These August 2016 robots range from collaborative assembly bots to sophisticated racing drones that are designed to be customized by users with an appreciation for hyper-personalized tech experiences.
In addition to a myriad of multimedia and competition-focused drones, other standouts include robotic restaurant concepts like Momentum Machines' fast food eatery in San Francisco, California. Furthermore, examples like massage-giving droids and sausage-grilling robots are replacing human wellness professionals and making household duties a more hassle-free affair for all -- especially those with limited cooking skills.
Additional August 2016 robots include creative examples like programmable printer bots and robotic sculptors that are changing traditional art and design practices. In addition to giving artist more creative freedom, these particular examples also provide creatives with the resources needed to make conceptual ideas a reality.
Top 55 Robot Trends in August
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High-Speed Production Drones
Teal Drones Touts Creating the World's Fastest Production Drone
54
Intelligent Robotic Suitcases
'Olive' from Ikap Robotics Turns Your Luggage into a Robotic Helper
53
DIY Robot Creatures
UBTECH's Programmable Robotics Kit is Easy Enough for Kids to Use
52
Drone-Docking Streetlamps
This Amazon Patent Envisions Streetlights as Drone Landing Stations
51
Laser Warfare Drones
These Star War Drones Let You Engage In Epic Dogfights
50
Fast Food Robot Chefs
Momentum Machines is Opening a Robot Fast Food Joint in San Francisco
49
Land Mine-Detecting Drones
The 'Mine Kafon Drone' Can Detect and Detonate Mines Safetly
48
Domesticated Chore Robots
Elon Musk is Creating a Robotic Cleaner to Simplify Home Errands
47
Auto-Steering Drones
The Alphavein Offers a Panoramic View Outside a Car for Seamless Driving
46
Futuristic Biohybrid Robots
Case Western Reserve University's Bot Uses Muscles from a Sea Slug
45
Obstacle-Evading Drones
The Typhoon H Pro Drone Uses Intel RealSense Technology
44
Agile Automated Robots
The KR 3 Agilus Robot Can Accurately Assemble Electronics
43
Assistive Kitchen Robots
The Obi Kitchen Robot Helps the Disabled Feed Themselves
42
Talkative Smartphone Toys
The Smapon Communication Toy Works in Tandem with a Phone
41
Mood-Detecting Chatbots
AI 'Joy' Can Keep Track of Human Emotional States on Facebook Messenger
40
Cooperative Industrial Robots
The Newest Collaborative Yaskawa Robot Was Unveiled at Automatica
39
Aerospace Inspection Drones
These Modified Drones Are Used to Examine Airbus' Fleet of Aircraft
38
Mind-Controlled Drones
New Research Will Let Users Control Multiple Drones with Their Thoughts
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Energetic E-Fulfilment Robots
The EiraBot v4 Warehouse Robot is Designed For Quick Implementation
36
Minesweeping Hexacopter Drones
The Kafon Drone Can Clear Minefields With Unprecedented Accuracy
35
Robotic Pottery Sculptors
Charlotte Nordmoen's Pottery Maker Utilizes a Precise Robotic Arm
34
Bio-Robotic Stingrays
Rat Muscle Was Used to Power a Bio-Hybrid Stingray
33
Animal-Mimicking Robots
The 'MuddyBot' is an All-Terrain Robot that Mimics a Mudskipper
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Printed Robot Salamanders
Thsi 3D-Printed Animal Replicates the Movements of an Amphibian
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Autonomous Patrolling Robots
The SwagBot is Designed to Roam and Oversee Australian Farmland
30
AI Travel Agents
'Hello Hipmunk' is a Smart Assistant Powered by Artificial Intelligence
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Cash-Conscious Messenger Bots
Chat with Monty Frugal Through Facebook Messenger to Track Expenses
28
Pain-Relieving Robotic Gloves
NASA Created a Useful Tool Glove That Reduces Stress on Workers
27
Mind-Controlled Drones
This Setup Lets Users Control Swarms Of Drones Using Their Mind
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Wildfire-Avoiding Drones
'DJI' Drones Will Receive Alerts from the US Department of the Interior
25
Interplanetary Balloon Gliders
The NASA-Funded 'Titan Winged Aerobot' Can Glide Over Saturn's Moon
24
Self-Training Robots
These Industrial Fanuc Robots Can Learn From Their Mistakes
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Massage-Giving Robots
This Device Uses Imaging and Pressure-Sensing to Give Robotic Massages
22
Biologically Accurate Artificial Muscles
These Robotic Muscles Behave Just Like Human Muscles
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Collaborative Assembly Robots
This Robot Was Built to Collaborate with Humans
20
Spontaneous Miniature Robots
The Cozmo Was Designed To Feel Emotions Based on Its Environment
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Sausage-Grilling Robots
'BratWurst Bot' Takes Customer Orders, Cooks and Serves Food
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Smart Electronics Manufacturing Robots
The Sawyer Was Designed To Complete Precision Tasks
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Heavy-Lifting Drones
The Airvinci Heavy Drone Will Be Able to Carry Human Cargo
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Chatty Self-Driving Cars
Honda and SoftBank will Build Cars that Make Friends with Their Drivers
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Industrial Warehouse Robots
Delft Robotics Won This Year's Amazon Picking Challenge
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Parcel-Picking Robots
The Toru Warehouse Robots Can Identify and Isolate Specific Packages
13
Self-Driving Delivery Robots
Starship Technologies Plans to Introduce Robots in Mail Delivery
12
Trailblazing Racing Drones
The TANKY Racing Drone Offers Next-Level Trickery and Control
11
Superzoom Camera Drone
The Walkera Voyager 4 Offers 360-Degree Photographic Capabilities
10
Prostate Exam-Training Robots
This Robotic Rectum Trains Doctors to Carry Out Prostate Exams
9
Super-Simplified Nano Drones
The JetJat Ultra is Ridiculously Easy to Launch and Fly
8
Restaurant-Finding AI Bots
The 'Ozlo' Chatbot Provides Users with the Best Food Options
7
Space Junk Cleaners
The RemoveDEBRIS Mission Aims to Beautify Outer Space
6
Explosion-Evading Robots
This Industrial Robot is Designed For Use In Gas-Filled Environments
5
Robotic Printing Systems
Tend.ai's Robot 3D Printer is Fully Automated
4
AI-Inspired Art Exhibitions
The 'Shift' Collection Features Tech-Inspired Sculptures
3
Slender Six-Axis Robots
These Epson Industrial Robots Are Designed For Intricate Assembly Tasks
2
Symbiotic Assembly Robots
Ford's Assembly Plants Have Humans and Kuka Robots Work Side-by-Side
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Emoji-Deciphering Chat Bots
'Decodemoji' Turns Emoji Strings into Grammatical Sentences
Related Ideas
AI-Powered Bedside Massage Robots
The 'Phill' Massager Robot Allows for Spa Treatments from Home
Next-Gen Humanoid Robots
The Tesla Optimus Gen 2 Robot Can Delicately Manipulate Objects
Discreet Furniture-Like Home Robots
The 'Cor!' Smart Home Robot Concept Blends into Living Spaces
AI-Powered Weeding Robots
The 'Vulcan' Uses Machine Learning to Precisely Extract Weeds
Autonomous High-Profile Combat Bikes
The Conceptual 'Motorcycle Drone' By Fang E is Armored
AI-Powered Chess Boards
The 'GoChess' Robotic Chess Board Offers Real-Time Coaching
Crop-Scouting Robots
Meropy's Innovation Helps Monitor and Take Care of Crops
AI-Designed Harvesting Robots
This Tomato-Picking Robot Was Designed By ChatGPT
AI-Fueled Smartwatch Concepts
Rabbit Joins Teenage Engineering on the R1 Smartwatch Design
Emergency Shelter Robot Companions
The 'POWER HUG' Robot Concept Offers Warmth and Comfort
Roving Robotic AC Systems
This Robot Air Conditioner Concept by Miray Ozlem ER is Refreshing
Film-Inspired AI-Powered Robots
The Doly Robot is Inspired by Wall-E and Rests on the Tabletop
Socially Motivating Companion Robots
The Conceptual 'Mori' Companion Robot Supports Mental Health
Autonomous Mine Detection Robots
The Conceptual 'Warden' Mine Detector Robot Scouts Terrain
Fully Autonomous AI Masseurs
Robosculptor is a System for Aesthetic Body Contouring
Guarding Humanoid Robots
EvoGuard is a Smart Security Solution at CES 2023
Skincare Support Robots
The Conceptual LG CLOi Mister Robot Delivers Hot or Cold Steam and More
AI-Enabled Walking Robots
Tesla's Optimus Robot is Poised to Redefine the Boundaries of AI
Child-Friendly Service Robots
The Hyundai Next Generation Service Robot is Expressive
Back-Targeting Massage Robots
This Robot Uses AI and Computer Vision to Deliver a Soothing Massage
Virtual Boundary Robot Lawnmowers
The Aiper Horizon U1 Has a User-Friendly Design at CES 2024
Expressive Home Assistance Robots
The Conceptual Oppo Xiaobu Has a Modular Hand for Helping
Zero-Code Robotic Arm Solutions
The AmberRobotics 'Lucid ONE' Supports 1.5-Kilogram Payloads
Reactive Robotic Dog Companions
The 'ORo' Robot Tends to the Needs of Canines at CES 2024
Robotic Pet Companions
The GULIGULI Smart Companion Robot Keeps your Pet Company
Solar-Powered Robotic Lawnmowers
The SunScout Pro Robot Lawnmower Has RTK-GNSS Navigation
Fully Autonomous AI Restaurants
CaliExpress by Flippy is a World-First Restaurant
Artistic AI Robots
XORBIS Showcased the 'Sketcher X' Interactive Drawing Robot at CES 2023
Smart Kitchen Robots
The Mycook NEXT is an All-in-One Kitchen Robot to Elevate Cooking Efficiency
AI-Powered Humanoid Robots
The Figure 01 Can Walk and Perform Basic Tasks On its Own
Second-Generation Robot Dog Companions
Unitree Introduces Go2 as a Sports Companion to Humans
Futuristic Corporate Fashion Shows
Hugo Boss FW 23 Featured Sophia the Robot
Beer Brew-Accelerating Bots
These Miniature Robots Can Hasten the Fermentation Process
Standing Quadruped Robots
The 'ANYmal' Robot Easily Traverses Any Landscape and Performs Tasks
Advanced Robotic Footwear
Shift Robotics Introduces the Updated Moonwalkers X Robotic Shoes
Autonomous Food Delivery Robots
The ITRI Cubot ONE Autonomous Mobile Robot Works Indoors or Out
AI CEO Humanoids
Dictador's MIKA Made an Appearance at the Salz21 Conference
Window-Cleaning Robots
Winbot W2 Will Leave Your Windows Spotless
Compact Washer-Dryer Robots
Eureka's All-in-One Household Solution Features a Robot Vacuum
Interactive Autonomous Delivery Vehicles
The Conceptual ROBO A2Z Delivery Vehicle is Advanced
Solar-Powered Charging Robots
The Conceptual Solar Mars Bot Provides Power to Charge Up Solutions
Auto-Mulching Robotic Lawnmowers
The AIRSEEKERS TRON 360° AI Vision Robotic Mower is All-in-One
Autonomous Support Cargo Robots
The 'evoBOT' Handles Heavy Loads with Two Wheels
Warehouse-Ready Humanoid Robots
The Apptronik 'Apollo' Helps Out with Commercial Operation Tasks
Autonomous Vehicle Kits
This Kit Teaches Kids How AI is Changing Transportation Dynamics
AI-Backed Family Toys
Mego Toys Showcases the New 2XL Cobot, an Interactive AI Toy for Kids
Diminutive Quadruped Robots
This AI-Powered Robot Boasts a Highly Versatile Robotic Arm
Healthcare Assistant Robots
Enchanted Tools' Miroki and Miroka Were Presented at CES 2024
Service Robot Chair Concept
Yunsoo Choi Designs an Interactive Chair Robot Concept
AI-Powered Desktop Robots
The 'Doly' Companion Robot is Advanced and Educational
Duck-Like Waste Robots
The Conceptual 'Qua' Waste Management Robot Keeps Cities Cleaner
AI-Supported Humanoid Robots
Fourier Has Unveiled the GR-1 Artificial Intelligence-Backed Robot
Mop-Equipped Robot Vacuum Cleaners
Ultenic Launches the T10 Elite Robot Vacuum Cleaner with Mop
Agile Underwater Exploration Robots
The Youcan Robotics 'OceanEye' Relays Footage to Smartphones
Stir-Frying Kitchen Robots
BOTINKIT P MAX is a Next-Gen Smart Cooking Robot
Intelligent Navigation Robot Vacuums
The Roborock Q Revo is Self-Emptying and Self-Refilling
AI-Fueled Smart Home Robots
LG's AI Agent is an Adorable Robot with Multiple Assistive Features
Robot Tomato Harvesters
Syngenta Vegetable Seeds & Four Growers Unveil a Robotic Tomato Harvester
Automated Apparel Warehouses
This Adidas Distribution Center in China is Powered By Robots
Innovative Industrial Robots
Pudu Robotics Ventures into the Industrial Robotics Market
Open-Source Housekeeping Robots
This Robot Can Be Trained to Perform Various Domestic Chores
Autonomous Agricultural Robots
Chipotle Mexican Grill is Investing in Greenfield Robotics
Modular Robotics Kits
ioCube Fuses the Simplicity of Building Blocks with Advanced Circuitry
Forest-Fostering Robots
This Dual-Arm Robot is Helping Fight Deforestation In the Amazon
Human-Sized Interactive AI Robots
The Menteebot Interacts with Commands Using Natural Language
AI-Integrated Robotic Vacuums
The L20 Ultra Features Industry-First AI-Driven MopExtend Tech
AI Burger-Making Robots
Aniai's Alpha Grill Combines Artificial Intelligence and Automation
Musculoskeletal Robot Dogs
Hengzhi Future Team Presents a More Advanced Robot Dog Design
All-in-One AI Vacuum Cleaners
The Samsung Bespoke Jet Bot Combo Will Debut at CES 2024
Art-Focused STEAM Kits
Robot in a Can Helps Build STEAM Skills Through Art and Design Education
Digitally Assisted Assembly Lines
Chipotle's Digital Makeline Uses Automation to Build Meals
Robot-Improving AI Tools
DeepMind Unveiled the 'RT-2' AI Focused on Robotics Intelligence
Ultra-Flexible Bipedal Robots
The Unitree H1 Has Joints Throughout for Maximum Flexibility
Beverage Dispensing Robots
Ottobot Brew is Ultra-Capable Beer Dispensing Robot
Autonomous Gas-Pumping Robots
Autofuel is a New Robotic Refueling System Catered for Drivers
Unplugged Coding Robots
ALUX's VINU is a CES 2024 Innovation Award Honoree
Robot-Enabled Locker Deliveries
Ottobot Lockers Brings a Delivery Innovation to CES 2024
Flexible Multitasking Robots
The KettyBot Pro Supports Personalized Customer Experiences
Robotic Coffee Waiters
The Second Cup Coffee Company's Mozo Robot Will Debut at its Beirut Store
Human-Made Lamp Collections
The 'I Am Not a Robot' Collection by Jaro Kose is Handmade
Freestyle Maker CNC Machines
The 'Cubiio X' Portable CNC Robot Enables Projects From Anywhere
Danger-Embracing Underwater Drones
This Robot Carries Out Hazardous Search-and-Rescue Missions
Speedy Luxe Robot Vacuums
Dyson's 360 Vis Nav Has an Additional Pop-Out Arm and Strong Suction
Custom Men's Footwear Services
Robert August Fuses 21st Century Technology with Craftsmanship
Sleek Robotic Wheelchair Designs
The KIMM Designs a New Self-Controlled Liberating Wheelchair
Per Plant Farming Solutions
The Small Robot Company is Transforming Agriculture with Edge AI
AI Humanoid Operating Systems
Nvidia Developed a New AI Mode Dubbed Project GR00T
Warehouse-Ready Robotic Platforms
The KUKA KMP 1500P Lifts Up to 1,500-Kilograms
Agile Wall-Climbing Robots
The 'Magnecko' Robot Works on Vertical and Horizontal Surfaces
Pest-Slaying Agricultural Robots
The 'TartanPest' Robot Detects & Destroys Lanternfly Eggs
Remotely Controlled Grain Robots
This Robot Can Relieve Farmers Of Hazardous Grain Bin Tasks
Smart Screen Vacuum Robots
The Redkey R20 Robot Vacuum Cleaner Doesn't Rely on an App
Life-Sized Robot Concierges
Singapore's First Ever Manga Library Features a Robot Concierge
AI-Powered Wheeled Robots
LG Previews a Smart Robot on Wheels for Home Monitoring Purposes
Bio-Inspired Transforming Robots
The 'M4' Robot is Capable Of Six Different Types Of Movements
Jellyfish-Inspired Interactive Robots
Adonis Christodoulou Designs the Jellyfish Robot
Robotic Knitting Factories
KX Labs is Looking to Inject Momentum in Domestic Shoe Production
Maneuverable Centipede Robots
This Robot Offers Flexible Navigation Of Treacherous Terrain
Humanoid-Replicating Robots
Sanctuary AI Built a Fully-Functional Humanoid Robot to Automate Tasks
Robotic Beverage Machines
FrazyBot is Coming to CES 2024 to Simplify Specialty Drinks at Home
Multi-Level Mapping Robot Vacuums
The Roborock Q5+ Robot Vacuum is Self-Emptying and More
Stair-Climbing Robotic Vacuums
Yun Long Designs the Omnidirectional AI Migo Ascender Robot
All-in-One Meal Appliances
The 'ChefRobot' Works with More Than 500 Guided Recipes
Reactive Robotic Vacuum Cleaners
The 'Q8 Max' Can Proactively Avoid Obstacles Whilst Cleaning
Conversation-Muting Audio Robots
These Miniature Robots Can Function As Microphone Arrays
Robotic Convenience Store Deliveries
7-Eleven is Testing Autonomous Robot Delivery in Los Angeles
AI Board Game Robots
SenseTime's AI-Powered Robot Helps Players Strategize
Levitating Firefighting Robots
This Prototype Robot Can Blast Water From a Safe Distance
Low-Maintenance Robot Vacuums
The obode A8+ Robot Vacuum and Mop Has LiDAR Mapping Technology
Foodservice Robot Arms
Doosan Robotics' Cobots Specifically Support the Food & Bev Industry
Flower-Inspired Robotic Grippers
This Gripping Tool is Designed to Gently Grasp Delicate Objects
Robot Taxi Car Concepts
Didi Introduces Its a RoboTaxi Concept with Robotic Arms
Powerfully Versatile Underwater Drones
The 'SRV-8X Optimus' is Suited to Diverse Applications
Bio-Inspired Guard Dog Robots
Xiaomi Introduces the Robotic Cyberdog 2 with a Friendly Look
Autonomous Towing Vehicles
Burro Launches a New Towing Robot for Labor-Saving Purposes
Gourmet Meal Vending Machines
The Robot Chef Chulchul Box Offers Hot Gourmet Meals in 90 Seconds
STEM Education Robotic Arms
The Ozobot 'ORA' Robotic Arm Works with Python and Blockly
Soccer-Dribbling Robots
MIT Researchers Built the Dribblebot Capable of Playing Soccer
Socially Adept Gaming Robots
This Robot Offers Companionship & Conversation to Lonely Gamers
Rugged Quadruped Robots
This Industrial Robot Can Carry Heavy Weights and Jump High Distances
Efficient Reliable Casino Robots
M Resort Spa Casino Deploys a New Autonomous Security Robot
Updated Android Robots
Agility Robotics Unveils its New Digit 2.0 Robot to Help Workers
Precision Robotic Weeding Services
This Platform Carries Out Weeding and Real-Time Crop Modelling
Four-Armed Surgical Robots
This Robot Lets Surgeons Use Their Arms & Feet to Control Procedures
Semi-Outdoor Foldable Wheelchairs
Robooter Brought Mobility Innovations Like X40 to CES 2024
AI-Empowered Vehicle Designs
Toyota Research Institute Plays Around with Generative AI
Robotic Pizza Shops
The Mia V4.5 Robotic Pizza Shop Features Fresh Dough & Stone Hearth Ovens
Auto-Transforming Toy Robots
Robosen Presents the New Transformable Grimlock Collectible Robot
Flagship Workplace Robots
Epson Robots Introduces the New GX-B Flagship Series of Robots
Senior Care Robots
An Autonomous Robot Called Aiden Enhances Senior Care in Singapore
High-Weight Warehouse-Ready Robots
The OTTO 1200 Autonomous Mobile Robot Supports Ample Weight
Learning-Focused Robotics Toys
The Robots In Motion Building Set Ignites STEM Interest in Youth
Multidirectional Miniature Robots
This Robotic Bee Can Infiltrate Highly Compact Spaces
Conversational Game Assistants
Roblox is Rolling Out AI-Based Utilities for Its Gaming Platform
Augmented Reality Microscope Prototypes
Google Prototypes an ARM with the Department of Defense
Advanced Hospitality Service Robots
Servi Plus is an Upgrade Version of Hospitality Service Robots
Tea-Making Robots
Docomo Showcases a Motion Mimicking Robot Capable of Making Tea
Lighthearted Mobile Shooter Games
Mech Shooter Game Little Big Robots Launches on Mobile
Independently-Running Robotic Dogs
This Quadruped Robot Can Run Persistently Once Launched
Innovative Assembly Systems
Epson Updates its Advanced SCARA Range with the New GX-B Series